Belfast vs Londonderry — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Belfast

BT4 · Belfast

148

crimes in March 2026

Near national average

  • Anti-social behaviour56
  • Violence & sexual offences40
  • Criminal damage & arson13

Londonderry

BT48 · Derry

278

crimes in March 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences120
  • Anti-social behaviour65
  • Criminal damage & arson32

Belfast has less crime — 148 vs 278 incidents in March 2026.

What the data shows

Londonderry recorded notably higher crime than Belfast in March 2026 — 278 vs 148 incidents. Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Belfast or Londonderry safer?

Based on March 2026 Police data, Belfast recorded fewer crimes than Londonderry — 148 vs 278 incidents. That is 47% fewer crimes. Londonderry is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Belfast and Londonderry?

In March 2026, Belfast's top crime category was Anti-social behaviour (56 incidents) while Londonderry's was Violence & sexual offences (120 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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